Senior Electrical Engineer/ Technologist

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd.; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/Technologist to lead the Electrical Engineering function on nuclear design projects.

You will deliver compliant, safe electrical designs and support tendering, with oversight across multidisciplinary teams. The role requires extensive nuclear project experience, ESCA registration, and strong leadership to ensure alignment with QA and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer/Technologist with ESCA.
• Recognised Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59 or equivalent).
• Minimum 10–15 years in multidisciplinary engineering design.
• Nuclear project experience, preferably on PWR facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review electrical designs in line with project specifications and nuclear standards.
• Manage the Electrical section and coordinate team activities; plan resources.
• Analyse client requirements, define electrical scope, and prepare procurement specs.
• Develop safety cases and ensure compliance with nuclear codes and QA standards.
• Support testing, commissioning, and project close-out activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Technical analysis

Problem-solving

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering

Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech with ESCA

Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59)

Tools

ETAP

Job description

PURPOSE OF ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer/Technologist to lead and manage the Electrical Engineering function within nuclear design projects. The successful candidate will deliver compliant, safe, and technically sound electrical designs, support tendering and project execution, and provide specialist expertise across multidisciplinary teams — all while ensuring strict adherence to nuclear regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Electrical Design & Engineering Development

• Develop and review electrical designs in line with project specifications and nuclear standards
• Perform electrical calculations (cable sizing, voltage drop, short circuit, load flow studies)
• Participate in concept and detailed design phases
• Conduct site investigations and gather design input data for brownfield projects
• Ensure all designs comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

Project & Technical Management

• Manage the Electrical section and coordinate team activities
• Plan and allocate engineering resources to meet project timelines
• Interface and coordinate with other engineering disciplines
• Provide input into project schedules and deliverables tracking
• Monitor progress and resolve technical issues during project execution

Tendering & Cost Estimation

• Analyse client requirements and define project electrical scope
• Prepare technical specifications for procurement
• Compile Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and equipment classifications
• Contribute to cost estimations and commercial proposals
• Develop and review tender documentation and submissions

Nuclear Safety & Compliance Assurance

• Compile safety screenings, evaluations, and justifications
• Develop safety cases for installation and design approval
• Ensure compliance with nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Review and approve Electrical Certificates of Compliance (CoCs)
• Maintain adherence to QA systems (ISO, ASME, IAEA standards)

Project Execution, Testing & Commissioning

• Support fabrication and installation phases of projects
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities
• Ensure plant documentation is updated and maintained
• Verify system performance against design requirements
• Provide technical support during project close-out

QUALIFICATION

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer/Technologist (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech) with ESCA
• Recognised or authorised Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59 or equivalent) required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10-15 years' relevant experience in multidisciplinary engineering design
• Proven experience in nuclear projects, preferably on PWR facilities
• Experience in design, tendering, and project execution environments

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Nuclear engineering principles and PWR systems
• Nuclear codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks
• Electrical power system design and analysis
• OHS Act and safety regulations
• Quality systems (ISO, ASME, IAEA)
• Engineering software tools (e.g., ETAP)

Skills

• Advanced electrical design and analytical capability
• Technical report writing and documentation
• Project planning and coordination
• Cost estimation and tender preparation
• Stakeholder and multidisciplinary coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Behaviours

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and self-driven
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented with leadership capability
• Adaptable and willing to travel and work flexible hours

Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.